ANCIENT GREEK Islands off Caria, Rhodos c. 300 BC

Description: Thank you for looking at this beautiful example of an ancient Greek coin. It features amazing style and history. This is a great chance to own a piece of history, expand your collection, or give as a gift. All coins are guaranteed authentic for life. Obverse: Rhodos, in Greek mythology, is a sea nymph (Nereid) associated with the island of Rhodes, which was named after her. She is often identified as the daughter of Poseidon, the god of the sea, and Aphrodite, the goddess of love, or sometimes Amphitrite, another sea goddess. Rhodos became the wife of Helios, the sun god, and together they had seven sons known as the Heliadae, who were important figures in the island's mythology. The island of Rhodes was revered as a place of worship for Helios, and Rhodos herself was seen as the personification of the island. Her mythological legacy is tied to the island's identity and its connection to the gods of the sea and the sun. Reverse: The rose motif on an ancient coin from Caria, particularly from the island of Rhodes, is a significant symbol that reflects the identity and heritage of the region. The name "Rhodes" is derived from the Greek word rhodon, meaning "rose," making the rose a fitting emblem for the island. The rose on these coins symbolized the island itself and was a way to represent Rhodes' prosperity, beauty, and cultural significance. Additionally, the rose was associated with the goddess Rhodos, the nymph of the island and the wife of Helios, the sun god, further linking the motif to the island's mythology and divine patronage. Era: Ancient Greek Area: Islands off Caria, Rhodos Date: c. 300 BC Denomination: AE Obverse: Nymph Rhodos, diademed head right, hair rolled Reverse: Rose, P-O below Size: 10 mm, 1 gram Professional Numismatic Notes: Very Fine ******************************************************************** STORE AND SHIPPING POLICIES, PLEASE READ ******************************************************************** - Shipping is FAST and FREE with tracking! - If you want shipping insurance, please let me know. Your invoice will be adjusted according to the cost of the insurance. Lucky Coin and Antiques LLC will not be held liable for lost mail that does not have the added shipping insurance. - All coins are guaranteed authentic for life. - Please message me for any additional photos or questions. - All items will come in a bubble wrap package to insure absolute protection for the contents inside. - Combine up to 5 coins on one shipping charge. - Thank you for supporting my small business! ********************************************************************

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